2013 VACATION PLANNER - Travel Yukon

Dawson
City
Old Crow Inuvik
Arctic Arctic Circle Circle
Eagle
Plains
WHITEHORSE
Interactive display at the John Tizya Centre – J. Kennedy
Our Community
Old Crow
North Yukon’s only community is the
close-knit Vuntut Gwitchin village of Old
Crow. This fly-in community has regularly
scheduled air service and is located at the
confluence of the Old Crow (Chyàh Njìk)
and Porcupine (Ch’oodeenjìk) rivers.
The self-governing First Nation retains
much of its traditional lifestyle and
continues to harvest caribou as a primary
source of food.
Although visitors will find limited
amenities, accommodations, wildlife
viewing and cultural experiences can
be arranged if planned in advance.
When visiting Old Crow, pick up a copy
of the Old Crow Walking Tour brochure. For
more information, visit www.oldcrow.ca.
Population: 253
Dempster Highway – F. Mueller
Local Attractions
Dempster Highway #5
One of the world’s most unique drives,
the Dempster is famous for its colourful
alpine tundra landscapes, wildlife, scenic
vistas and memorable driving adventures.
Starting near Dawson City, this unpaved
736-km two-lane highway crosses North
Yukon and continues north to Inuvik,
Northwest Territories. Named in honour
of Corporal Dempster, the Mountie who
led the search for the “Lost Patrol,” the
Dempster Highway is the only year-round
public road in Canada that crosses the
Arctic Circle. This gravel highway runs
through remote wilderness with very
limited services. Drivers are encouraged
to take special precautions before starting
up the Dempster.
Tombstone Interpretive Centre
Start your journey up the Dempster
Highway with a visit to the interpretive
centre, about one hour north of the
Dempster Corner turnoff. Tombstone
Territorial Park interpreters offer local
knowledge, park and travel information,
special events and tips for wildlife viewing
from the highway. This is also the site of
Tombstone Mountain Campground. Km 71
Dempster Highway #5.
www.yukonparks.ca
Arctic Circle
Stop at the Arctic Circle viewpoint at 66° 33'
North latitude to enjoy the breathtaking
views. On summer solstice, June 21, the sun
doesn’t set at the Arctic Circle. Imagine the
great activities you can enjoy with all this
light! Km 405 Dempster Highway #5.
John Tizya Centre, Old Crow
The visitor information centre in Old Crow
preserves and celebrates a truly rich
heritage. From evidence of the last great
ice age to the migrating Porcupine caribou
herd, to the deep culture and traditions of
the Vuntut Gwitchin First Nation, don’t miss
this multi-use facility.
www.yukonmuseums.ca
Motorcyclist at the Arctic Circle – YG
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